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The fashion? Simply chic, of course. In fact, Mary-Kate Olsen just reminded me of the one fashion staple I spotted all over the streets of Paris; it’s genius, it’s easy, and it’s a game changer for the cold-weather season.
The Olsen twin looked totally cool with the addition of some stylish staples: that brown faux fur maxi coat, unexpected slipper mules that she paired with gray socks, and an oversized navy blue blanket scarf that’s a Parisian staple. In fact, it’s the accessory that saved me while I was freezing during my walk to the Eiffel Tower.
Nordstrom Cashmere and Wool Fringe Scarf
As a fashion editor, it should come as no surprise I paid close attention to the sartorial happenings on the Paris streets; there were lots of peacoats and a sea of sleek boots walking through the Louvre, but XXL scarves were the clear winners in terms of Parisian winter accessories — and for good reason, as I learned while I was there.
A winter scarf that’s “normal” sized is fine and all, but given fashion’s fondness for all things oversized, bigger scarves win by a landslide — and not just in terms of look, either. They’re vastly more practical, as they can double as a literal blanket, hence the term “blanket scarf.” You can casually wrap it around you for a nonchalant look, or fully hang it over your shoulders for added warmth when your winter coat just isn’t enough. Mary-Kate kept hers open, though she could easily throw one side over her shoulders for a super-chic approach to wearing the accessory. Love!
There’s no right or wrong way to wear a blanket scarf; every approach looks chic, not to mention keeps you warm — that’s a win-win in the accessory game, if you ask me. Shop the Mary-Kate and French girl-approved winter staple from Vince, J.Crew, and more below.
Get the Look:
Madewell Blanket-Stitch Scarf
Shop now: $55; madewell.com
J.Crew Oversized Cashmere Wrap
Shop now: $198; jcrew.com
Vince Double Face Cashmere Scarf
Shop now: $295; nordstrom.com
Maeve Heritage Houndstooth Scarf
Shop now: $27 (Originally $54); anthropologie.com
Madewell Beattie Plaid Scarf
Shop now: $36 (Originally $55); nordstrom.com
Everlane the Alpaca Patterned Scarf
Shop now: $63 (Originally $125); everlane.com
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Wrap
Shop now: $100; quince.com
Marcella Bronx Scarf
Shop now: $83 (Originally $98); marcellanyc.com
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